As Hindus celebrate Thaipusam, I have seen a lot of photos posted on Instagram of the holy Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur. If you ever visit, as well as the famous staircase, cave and giant statue, be sure to check out the smaller temples at the bottom. Just like the steps, they have all recently been repainted, and in certain lights, the sparse and clean white tiles of the floor and ceiling offset beautifully against the rich hues of the shrines, statues and columns.

Friends of Backcountry Wok. Meet @pranav.menon ! By day, he can be found coaching entrepreneurs and helping them succeed at e@ubc (while multi-tasking a full-time engineering course load). By weekend, he can be found doing multi-pitches on the Chief, leading rock climbing classes or setting up routes at the Aviary.

Favourite outdoor activity: Trad climbing! It puts me so far outside my comfort zone, that it has taught me to stay calm and focused when confronted with incredible doubt, fear and uncertainty.

Favourite Backcountry Wok Moment: (pictured) Mel and I surrounded by the beautiful Garibaldi mountains talking about startup challenges over some warm Backcountry Wok. (not pictured) Me scooping the remains with my hands right after because it was THAT tasty.

How freaking cute/ gorgeous is this woman?! I can’t even begin to explain how much fun I had with this human yesterday😍 Hair + makeup by the insanely talented @chelsbunns@beautybybuns.

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Birthday breakfast.. 🎈🥞🥂
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Has your mom ever told you not to eat in the pool? Welp, this is the fanciest way to disobey. @dardytafao 😂
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Thank you @purisebaliresort for your amazing hospitality and for making my birthday special! Suksma! 🙏🏽